Lush Landscapes, Wild Encounters
Tanzania’s Rainy Season Odyssey – 19 Days offers a unique safari experience, immersing you in the breathtaking beauty of lush, green landscapes. During this season, wildlife thrives in vibrant habitats, with fewer crowds and more intimate game viewing. Witness dramatic predator action as calving herds attract big cats, explore remote regions teeming with life, and embrace the raw beauty of Tanzania’s diverse ecosystems. Whether tracking the Great Migration, engaging with Maasai and Hadzabe cultures, or marveling at flamingo-filled lakes, this journey delivers an extraordinary adventure beyond the ordinary.
Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport, where you will be greeted by your private driver holding a sign with your last name and PAG Safaris. Enjoy a comfortable transfer to Legendary Lodge, a luxurious property set on a working coffee plantation on the outskirts of Arusha. Unwind after your journey, soaking in the serene surroundings, and perhaps take a leisurely walk through the lush gardens.
Your professional safari guide will meet you at the lodge during breakfast, ready with your private safari vehicle for the journey ahead. After a trip briefing, you have the option to explore Arusha and its surroundings through a range of curated day trips:
Arusha National Park: Enjoy a game drive with opportunities to see giraffes, zebras, buffalo, and even the rare colobus monkey. Canoeing on Momella Lakes is also an option.
Cultural Visit: Visit a local Maasai or Meru community to experience traditional lifestyles, dance, and handicrafts.
Coffee Tour: Walk through a working coffee plantation and learn about the coffee-making process from bean to cup.
Choose your preferred activity and return to the lodge in the evening for a relaxed dinner.
After breakfast, depart for Tarangire National Park, renowned for its vast elephant herds, ancient baobab trees, and diverse wildlife. Enjoy a scenic drive as you enter the park, where your game drive begins immediately. Keep your eyes peeled for big cats, buffalo, giraffes, and an abundance of birdlife.
Arrive at Lemala Mpingo Ridge, a luxury tented lodge offering panoramic views over the Tarangire River. Spend the afternoon relaxing or enjoying a sundowner experience overlooking the wilderness.
Enjoy a full day of game drives in Tarangire National Park. This park is famous for its elephant migration, and you will likely witness large herds roaming the savannah. You may also spot lions lounging in the shade, cheetahs scanning the plains, and leopards resting in acacia trees.
For an extra adventure, consider an optional night game drive, where you can spot nocturnal wildlife such as bush babies, porcupines, and even elusive predators on the hunt.
Depart Tarangire and journey towards the Lake Manyara ecosystem, a stunning landscape known for its tree climbing lions, thousands of flamingos, and dramatic Rift Valley escarpment. Arrive at your lodge in time for lunch.
In the afternoon, choose between.
A guided nature walk with a Maasai warrior to learn about traditional bushcraft.
A cultural interaction with the local Maasai community, gaining insights into their way of life.
An optional night drive, offering a chance to see nocturnal wildlife.
Today, travel through the Great Rift Valley to Yaeda Valley, home to one of Africa’s last remaining hunter-gatherer tribes—the Hadzabe. This journey takes you into a remote and untouched wilderness. Arrive at Ziwani Lodge, your base for the next two nights.
Spend one days fully immersed in Hadzabe culture. Experience:
A hunting excursion, where you learn how the Hadzabe track and hunt using handmade bows and arrows.
Traditional gathering techniques, foraging for tubers, berries, and honey.
Storytelling sessions around the fire, learning about their ancient traditions and survival skills.
Bid farewell to the Hadzabe and travel to Karatu, a charming town on the edge of Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Arrive at Ngorongoro Manor, a colonial-style lodge offering a peaceful retreat. Spend the afternoon relaxing by the pool or indulging in a spa treatment.
Depart early for a spectacular safari inside the Ngorongoro Crater, one of the world’s most famous wildlife havens. Descend into the caldera, where you’ll find lions, rhinos, elephants, and thousands of wildebeests and zebras roaming the grasslands. Enjoy a picnic lunch beside a hippo-filled lake before continuing your exploration.
Drive into the vast South Serengeti, where your private wilderness adventure begins. This area is prime for off the beaten path trekking, encountering Maasai warriors, and observing unique landscapes.
Head deeper into Southern Serengeti and Ndutu the heart of the Great Migration. You may witness thousands of wildebeests calving, dramatic predator hunts, and large herds moving across the plains.
Spend two days tracking the migration, exploring the woodlands, and observing cheetahs, lions, and hyenas.
Cross the wilderness into the remote Gol Mountains, where Maasai communities live untouched by modern development. Enjoy cultural experiences, breathtaking landscapes, and unique hikes through the region’s stunning rock formations.
Explore Olkarien Gorge a vital breeding ground for Rüppell’s vultures—and take in the dramatic scenery of Nasera Rock.
Descend from the Rift Valley into the surreal landscapes of Lake Natron, a soda lake home to thousands of flamingos.
Activities include:
A walk to Engare Sero waterfalls, where you can swim in natural pools
Exploring the alkaline shores of Lake Natron, spotting flamingos.
An optional climb of Ol Doinyo Lengai, Tanzania’s only active volcano (for adventurous travelers).
After breakfast, drive back to Arusha, arriving mid-afternoon. A day room at Ngare Sero Mountain Lodge is available for you to freshen up and relax before your evening flight.
Transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport in time for your departure flight home.
If you wish to extend your journey, consider adding a Zanzibar beach retreat or exploring Tanzania’s coastal gems like Mafia Island or Pemba Island. Let us know your preferences, and we will tailor an extension for you.=
The rainy season transforms Tanzania into a lush paradise, with fewer tourists, vibrant landscapes, and dramatic wildlife encounters, including predator-prey interactions during the calving season.
While the dense vegetation can make sightings slightly more challenging, the abundance of water and food keeps wildlife active, providing exceptional game-viewing opportunities.
Ndutu in Southern Serengeti is a highlight, as thousands of wildebeest give birth, attracting predators. Ngorongoro Crater and Tarangire also offer excellent wildlife encounters year-round.
Most major safari routes remain accessible, though some remote areas may require 4x4 vehicles. Our expert guides navigate all conditions to ensure a smooth experience.
Bring waterproof clothing, sturdy hiking boots, insect repellent, binoculars, and a rainproof bag for electronics and cameras.
Rain showers are usually short-lived and followed by clear skies. Game drives continue as planned, often yielding dramatic wildlife activity and stunning scenery.
Yes! The migration remains in Southern Serengeti and Ndutu, where wildebeest calving attracts large predators, offering thrilling safari experiences.
Luxury lodges and tented camps operate as usual, often at reduced rates. Fewer guests mean a more intimate and personalized safari experience.
Yes, mosquitoes are more active due to the rains. We recommend using insect repellent and sleeping under mosquito nets, which are provided at most lodges.
Absolutely! The green landscapes, dramatic skies, and fewer tourists provide stunning photography opportunities, from wildlife action to breathtaking sunsets.
You will visit Maasai villages, the Hadzabe hunter-gatherers, and Datoga blacksmiths, offering deep insights into Tanzania’s indigenous cultures.
It’s the best time for birdwatching, with migratory birds arriving and resident species in full breeding plumage.
We use well-equipped 4x4 safari vehicles with pop-up roofs, ensuring comfort and accessibility even on wet terrain.
Yes! Many lodges and camps offer lower rates during this season, making it a great time to experience luxury at a better value.
Game drives will continue unless conditions become unsafe. Your guide will adjust routes accordingly to ensure a seamless experience.
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